With wonderful restaurants, interesting nightlife, the glorious outdoors, thrilling sports and recreation and fun attractions, Birmingham brings visitors back time and time again. Big enough to be cosmopolitan with great arts events and gourmet dining, Birmingham is also small enough to be friendly and easy to navigate.

• Getting Here
• Visitors Center
• Helpful Info

Getting Here

Birmingham International Airport
A visually exciting gateway to the city, Birmingham International Airport gives visitors easy access to the metropolitan area.

Rail
Amtrak operates daily passenger service aboard the Southern Crescent to New Orleans and New York.

Bus
The national carrier Greyhound serves the Birmingham area with a terminal downtown. Local bus service is provided by MAX (Metro Area Express). A mini-bus system (DART) operates attractive trolleys in the central business district.

Visitor Centers

Downtown Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitor's Bureau
2200 9th Ave. N. (205) 458-8000

The Riverchase Galleria
3000 Riverchase Galleria, Hoover 35244 (205) 402-2663

Airport
Lower Level (205) 458-8002

Helpful Info

• Emergencies: Call 911
• Birmingham Regional Chamber of Commerce: (205) 324-2100
• Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau: (205) 458-8000
• Better Business Bureau: (205) 558-2222
• Travelers Aid Society: (205) 322-5426
• Parks: (205) 254-2391 (city); 800-252-7275 (state)

Birmingham Newcomers Packet

For more information on the Birmingham Region, please feel free to contact the Business Development Division to receive a free "Live the Dream" DVD or City Guide. A newcomer's packet is available for $25.

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